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White Gaura

Gaura Lindheimeri

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Overview

Gaura lindheimeri, commonly known as White Gaura, is an elegant perennial, thriving in full sun. It features wand-like stems up to 2-4 feet tall with delicate white flowers dancing atop from late spring to autumn. This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-drained soil, forming a bushy clump roughly 2-3 feet wide. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding a whimsical touch to borders and containers. Hardy in zones 5-9, minimal maintenance required.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 5–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — The White Gaura, scientifically named Gaura lindheimeri, emanates grace and charm within any garden design; create an

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Onagraceae
Climate
Temperate

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White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — the White Gaura typically reaches a mature height of 2 to 3 feet and spreads out around 18 to 24 inches wide, image 56
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — consider it as a background plant in a border garden or as a whimsical addition to a wildflower meadow
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — Gaura lindheimeri, commonly known as White Gaura, is an elegant perennial, thriving in full sun
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies; white flowers in the garden
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — Its preferred environment is a full sun exposure, though it can tolerate partial shade; perennial for full
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — This herbaceous perennial; flowering from early summer to fall, image 50
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — consider it as a background plant in a border garden or as a whimsical addition to a wildflower meadow; perennial with white
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — with Gaura lindheimeri flourishing in well-drained ground
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — native to Texas and Louisiana
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — The White Gaura, scientifically named Gaura lindheimeri, emanates grace and charm within any garden design, image 49
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — Hardy in zones 5-9, minimal maintenance required
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — Flowering from early summer to fall; this herbaceous perennial, image 61
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — showcases a delicate ballet of butterfly-like flowers that dance atop slender stems
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